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Retinyl Palmitate

Retinyl Palmitate
⚡ Antioxidant ↗🧈 Lipid ↗

A vitamin A derivative formed from retinol and palmitic acid. It is gentler than retinol and is used to provide antioxidant benefits and support skin renewal.

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Safety: May cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals and can increase sun sensitivity.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
1/5 — Very low likelihood
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
Vitamin A Palmitate
Functions
⚡ Antioxidant
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution, protecting skin from damage.
🧈 Lipid
Lipids play a crucial role in maintaining skin health and is a key component of the skin barrier. Ceramides and cholesterol are both examples of naturally occurring lipids.
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Vitamin E
Alpha-Tocopherol
Vitamin E Acetate
Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
Cholesterol
Ceramide AP
Ceramide 6-II
Ceramide EOP
Ceramide 1
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